Basic Function:
Supports the work of the Elections Commission and ensures the city meets legislative and regulatory requirements for elections. Coordinates and undertakes tasks associated with federal, state, and municipal elections conducted in the city of Medford. Works with vendors and city departments to schedule and set up polling locations for each election. Recruits, hires, and schedules poll workers to cover each election. Assists with all aspects of the election process.
SUPERVISION: Works under the general direction of the Elections Commission as well as works cooperatively with the Mayor’s Office under the supervision of the Chief of Staff. Supervises staff within the Office of Elections Commission.
RESPONSIBILITIES: (see our website for the full job description)
- Maintains and updates voter registration data including but not limited to, registration forms, petitions, absentee ballot processing, provisional ballot verification and voter history.
- Certifies nomination and petition papers, prepares campaign and political finance election forms and packets, provides information to candidates, and committees-to-elect on procedures, regulations, time frames and reporting requirements.
- Manages annual election calendar.
- Organizes, and prepares election materials and supplies to be delivered to each polling location as well as trains and leads temporary staff hired for elections.
For the full job posting, please visit the city of Medford’s website – www.medfordma.org
Or send a cover letter and resume with the job title in the subject line to jobs@medford-ma.gov
The city of Medford is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/504 employer. Residents of the city of Medford, women, people of color, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.